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Michelin-recognized restaurants such as SELINE, Pasjoli, Canyon rustique and Two Star French-American Mélisse anchor the scene with elegance and culinary creativity, alongside One Star Citrine and standout Bib Gourmand spots including Cobi's et Colapasta. From enduring classics like Capo et La chambre géorgienne to dining with a view at Calabre, Élephante et Le Penthouse, the city offers a dynamic dining landscape where seasonal flavor and the freshest farmers market ingredients are core.

Wellness isn’t an amenity in Santa Monica. At the city’s luxury hotels, wellness programs range from Ayurvedic therapies at Surya Spa à Santa Monica Proper Hotel and personalized rituals at Regent Santa Monica Beach’s Guerlain Wellness Spa to ocean-inspired treatments at EMWell Spa à la Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, Shutters on the Beach’s ONE Spa et Hotel Casa del Mar’s Sea Wellness Spa.

Arriving in Santa Monica is designed to feel as seamless and elevated as the destination itself, with private aviation options such as JSX, Aero et PS LAX offering a refined alternative to traditional travel. Whether traveling by air or cruising along the coast, transportation in Santa Monica becomes an extension of the luxury experience, where every detail is considered before your journey even begins.

Along Montana Avenue, tree-lined streets feature elevated shops with contemporary fashion and thoughtfully sourced lifestyle goods, while Main Street reflects California cool through eco-conscious labels, surf-inspired apparel and relaxed boutiques. For classic luxury, Place Santa Monica and the nearby Promenade de la troisième rue bring together global fashion brands and modern retail concepts within walking distance of the ocean.

Santa Monica’s cultural landscape reflects its deep ties to Southern California’s creative community, best experienced through its galleries, performances and coastal traditions. From contemporary art hubs like Station de bergamote and the internationally recognized Frieze Los Angeles art fair to performances at Le BroadStage and classic screenings at the historic Aérothéâtre, the city offers a rich spectrum of artistic expression.